Registered Nurse - Cardiology

• Registered Nurse । Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital
• Permanent, Part-Time । 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Join a specialist environment where your skills support patients with complex cardiac conditions throughout their care journey.
• This is an exciting opportunity to grow your clinical expertise within a high ‑ performing Cardiology Service. You’ll support patients through acute and chronic cardiac presentations, develop advanced assessment skills and work alongside a skilled multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional care.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in Cardiology, you will provide safe, evidence ‑ based, patient ‑ centred care to individuals experiencing a wide range of cardiac conditions. You’ll undertake comprehensive assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, monitor patient status using appropriate tools and technology, and deliver health education to support self ‑ management and recovery.

You’ll work collaboratively with cardiologists, cardiac technicians, nurses, allied health and the wider medical team to ensure timely, coordinated and culturally responsive care. You will also support new staff and students, participate in quality improvement initiatives, contribute to Variance Response Management (VRM), and maintain accurate documentation including the use of TrendCare.

This is a rewarding clinical environment with plenty of variation - ideal for nurses who enjoy teamwork, continuous learning and supporting patients in high‑acuity situations.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The Cardiology Service at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier Memorial Hospital provides specialist care including acute cardiology, diagnostics, interventional pathways, patient monitoring and long ‑ term cardiac health support. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team committed to excellent patient outcomes and professional development.

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About you

You’re a caring, skilled and motivated nurse with a passion for cardiac care and strong clinical judgement. You will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate.
• Excellent time‑management and teamwork skills.
• Strong communication and documentation capability.
• Commitment to culturally safe practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Desired:

• A current PDRP portfolio or willingness to complete one.
• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience (preferred).

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 16th June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Skeet । Sarah.Skeet@hbdhb.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.